Plant Driving Operative

Port Machinery Operative - Fertiliser Bagging

Location:

Immingham Port

Job Type: 12 hour shifts

Payrate: £12.71 - £25.00 per hour (the more you bag the more you earn)

Guaranteed Hour contracts now available

Industry: Ports, Logistics, Bulk Handling, Fertiliser Distribution

We are seeking an experienced Port Machinery Operative with a strong background in fertiliser bagging operations to join a busy port and terminal environment. This role is ideal for candidates with hands‑on experience in port machinery, bulk fertiliser handling, bagging plant operations, and dockside logistics. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and accurate bagging of fertiliser products, supporting port throughput and maintaining high operational standards across the terminal.

• Operate and monitor fertiliser bagging machinery, including automated and semi‑automated bagging lines.
• Handle bulk fertiliser products and ensure correct bag weights, labelling, and quality control.
• Operate port machinery and mobile plant equipment such as forklifts, loading shovels, conveyors, hoppers and loaders.
• Perform routine inspections, basic maintenance, and cleaning of bagging equipment and port machinery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, COSHH requirements, and port operating procedures.
• Identify and report machinery faults, defects, or blockages promptly to reduce downtime.
• Support vessel discharge and loading operations linked to fertiliser handling.
• Maintain accurate records of production rates, bag counts, and stock movement.
• Work closely with supervisors, mechanical teams, and logistics personnel to meet operational targets.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained across bagging and warehouse areas.

• Experience working in a port, dock, terminal, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to operate port machinery (FLT, Shovel, Bobcat, Skidsteer) safely.
• Good understanding of health and safety in ports, including manual handling and hazardous materials.
• Physically fit and capable of working in a hands‑on, industrial role.
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts, nights, weekends.

• FLT / Forklift Truck Licence (B2, conversions and upskilling considered).
• Plant or Port Machinery Certification.
• Experience with fertiliser, animal feed, grain, or bulk commodities.
• Previous experience working on quayside or vessel operations.

Safety is critical in port operations. The Port Machinery Operative will be expected to:

• Follow port health and safety policies at all times.
• Wear appropriate PPE and maintain a safety‑first approach.
• Participate in safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident reporting.
• Operate machinery responsibly to protect personnel, cargo, and equipment.

S93

• Competitive salary – the more you bag the more you earn.
• Ongoing employment in a growing ports and logistics sector.
• Ongoing training and development in port machinery and bagging operations.
• Opportunity to gain additional in‑house plant and machinery certifications.
• Supportive team environment within a professional port operation.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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